Best of Vietnam & Cambodia Tour by G Adventures

16 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

16 peopleMaximum group size

12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Hanoi, Vietnam

Ends

Siem Reap, Cambodia

Highlights

Sail through the breathtaking Halong Bay overnight on a junk boat.

Admire the colourful sunrise over Angkor Wat.

Go off the beaten track and explore Hue's historic Imperial Citadel and Royal Tombs

Itinerary

Ready for a journey that hits all the right notes? This 16-day adventure through Vietnam and Cambodia blends jaw-dropping sights with just the right amount of freedom to explore your way. Cruise through the emerald waters of Halong Bay on a traditional junk boat, wander the ancient temples of Angkor Wat, and pause for reflection at Cambodia’s haunting Killing Fields. From buzzing cities to golden beaches, misty mountains to vibrant markets, every day serves up a new slice of Southeast Asia’s magic — with memories you’ll be talking about long after you’re home.

day 1 - Hanoi

Arrive at any time.
There are no planned activities today until an evening welcome meeting. After the meeting, opt for dinner out with the group.

Accomodation:Chalcedony Hotel (or similar)

Included Activity:Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

Optional Activities:Tran Quoc Pagoda Visit Visit one of the oldest pagodas in Vietnam located on the eastern shore of Tay Ho. Learn about Tran Quoc's history from the 17th-century stela found on site. View it later in the day, if you can – the tall structure is striking against the setting sun., Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Museum Visit Tour the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Museum built in the square where Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of Independence in 1945. Get in line to tour the grounds; queues of visitors come to pay their respects daily. , Thăng Long Water Puppet Theatre Performance

day 2 - Hanoi/Ha Long

Enjoy a Ha Long Bay cruise on a junk boat with visits to a cave and an island lookout. Savour a seafood lunch and dinner.
Drive to Bai Chay harbour, the jumping off point for Ha Long Bay. Thousands of islands with intricate cave systems rise dramatically from the waters. Sail past limestone karst mountains in the junk boat and stop to visit some of the islands and caves.

In the evening, devour a seafood dinner, then opt to enjoy a drink on deck under the stars.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:Ha Long Bay Overnight Boat (or similar)

Transport:Shared Van Duration : 4.0 hr, Junk Boat

Included Activity:Halong Bay Overnight Cruise

Optional Activities:Kayaking Transfer from boat to kayak in this guided water tour, giving you the chance to get even closer to the stunning natural surroundings.

day 3 - Ha Long/Huế

Enjoy breakfast and lunch on board before sailing back to the port and return to Hanoi. Enjoy some time in the city before an overnight train to Hue.
Interested in local cuisine? Opt to pre-book the "Hanoi Foodie Culture Tour" activity on the checkout page to include this optional on your tour.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 3.0 hr, Overnight Train (beds) Duration : 13.0 hr - 14.0 hr

Optional Activities:Hanoi Foodie Culture Tour Indulge your inner foodie with a street food tour through bustling Hanoi. Follow your guide through the back streets and markets of the city’s old quarter, sampling local fare along the way. Mingle with city natives and experienced street food artists alike, as you taste a variety of Hanoi faves like “nem ran” and “banh goi.” Stop at a streetside bar to savour a draught beer like Hanoians do. Cap off the tour at the Hanoi Food Culture restaurant, a G Values Fund Project, and try the city’s signature specialty coffee.

day 4 - Huế

Pull into Hue early in the morning and dive right into the city, starting with a guided tour of the Imperial Citadel, Royal Tomb and Tien Mu Pagoda. The rest of the day, you are free to explore the city how you'd like.
Arrive early to Hue, once the imperial capital of Vietnam. Start the day with a visit to the Tien Mu Pagoda followed by a visit to the tomb of one of Vietnam’s former emperors. After, opt for a vegetarian lunch at a local nunnery.

While in the city, try some local Hue specialties such as banh khoai (Hue savoury pancakes), and banh bot loc boc tom thit (thin rice paper filled with meat and shrimp). Wash it all down with a Hue beer.

Opt to pre-book the "Hue Motorbike Tour" activity on the checkout page ahead of time, to include this optional on your tour.

Accomodation:Asia Hotel (or similar)

Included Activities:Thien Mu Pagoda Visit, Imperial Citadel Tour, Royal Tombs Visit

Optional Activities:Hue Motorbike Tour None

day 5 - Huế/Hoi An

Drive the Hai Van pass. Take advantage of Hoi An's many options over the 2.5 days in town. Opt for a cooking class, riverboat trip, bike ride, beach time, tailor visit or My Son ruins.
Cross the Hai Van Pass (weather permitting), with fantastic views in all directions, before arriving to Hoi An in the afternoon.

With three nights here, there's plenty of time to explore all this charming town has to offer.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Uptown Hoi An Hotel (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 4.0 hr

day 6 - Hoi An

Explore all Hoi An has to offer. Dive into the culture, hang out on the beach or get clothes tailor-made in one of the many shops around town. Enjoy a noodle making demonstration and lunch at Oodles of Noodles, a G Adventures-supported project.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Accomodation:Uptown Hoi An Hotel (or similar)

Optional Activities:Bike Rental Rent a bike from a local shop and head out to explore. , Tailor Shops Go home with some new (handmade!) clothes from one of Hoi An’s famous tailor shops. Walk the streets lined with hundreds of local shops that turn out gorgeous suits, dresses, winter coats, shoes, purses – almost anything – in a day's time to create next season's wardrobe. , Thu Bon River Boat Trip The Thu Bon River plays an important part in Hoi An's history and culture. Take a trip down the Thu Bon by river boat for an alternative tour of the city., Hoi An Old Town Walking Tour , Mỹ Sơn Excursion

day 7 - Hoi An

Spend a free Day exploring all Hoi An has to offer.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Uptown Hoi An Hotel (or similar)

Optional Activities:Thu Bon River Boat Trip The Thu Bon River plays an important part in Hoi An's history and culture. Take a trip down the Thu Bon by river boat for an alternative tour of the city., Mỹ Sơn Excursion , Hoi An Cooking Class

day 8 - Hoi An/Ho Chi Minh City

Fly from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City with free time to explore this hectic and amazing city.
Drive to Da Nang for the flight to Ho Chi Minh City, once the capital of South Vietnam and the country’s commercial centre. Start exploring the small alleys and busy streets, keeping an eye out for laquerware shops and delicious local food stalls.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Amory Hotel (or similar)

Transport:Plane Duration : 1.5 hr

day 9 - Ho Chi Minh City

Take a guided tour of famous Cu Chi Tunnels in the morning. The rest of the Day is yours to enjoy free time.
Use free time to visit the Thien Hau and Giac Vien pagodas and stroll through the immense Ben Thanh Market. The Reunification Palace, the city's Chinese quarter of Cholon, and the War Remnants Museum are also well worth a visit.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Amory Hotel (or similar)

Included Activity:Cu Chi Tunnels Guided Tour

Optional Activities:Ben Thanh Market Wander this bustling market for more insight into Ho Chi Minh City. Pick up souvenirs, sample local cuisine, and experience local living. Learn a little history along the way; Ben Thanh started as a cluster of street vendors selling wares by the Saigon River, and was formalized into a true market in 1859., Thien Hau Pagoda Visit Visit the Thien Hau Pagoda, a beautiful temple in the Chinatown district of Ho Chi Minh City. Learn more about the customs associated with this 19th-century monument – it is dedicated to the goddess Thien Hau (the 'Lady of the Sea') who is worshipped in Chinese communities throughout Asia by those who depend on the sea for their livelihoods. , Cholon Visit Take in the busy rhythm of daily life in Cholon, the Chinatown of Ho Chi Minh City. Tour the area full of teahouses, pagodas, and people, and learn a little more about the unique culture within the city. , Giac Vien Pagoda Visit Find this hidden pagoda behind some small alleyways – it’s a rare treat of a monument that has been spared the over-restoration that has been done to so many temples. Tour the inside of this 18th-century pagoda to see nearly 100 carvings of divine beings. , Reunification Palace Visit Wander the historic halls of the Reunification Palace (Independence Palace), a landmark in Ho Chi Minh City. This former home of the South Vietnamese president during the Vietnam War became the location of the end of the war when a North Vietnamese tank pushed through the palace gates on April 30, 1975. , War Remnants Museum Visit Visit the War Remnants Museum, a gut-wrenching but worthwhile experience that includes three storeys of exhibits and military hardware. Learn about the devastation that occurred in Saigon during the Vietnam War, a period that greatly contrasts the joy and liveliness of the Vietnamese people today.

day 10 - Ho Chi Minh City

Enjoy a free Day in the city of Ho Chi Minh. Spend the Day checking off the stops on your must-see-list or take a Day trip to the Mekong River for a boat cruise through the villages, islands, and markets of the Delta.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Amory Hotel (or similar)

Optional Activities:Cu Chi Tunnels Countryside Cycling Tour , Full Day Mekong River Delta Tour

day 11 - Ho Chi Minh City/Phnom Penh

Cross the border from Vietnam to Cambodia and arrive to Phnom Penh in the afternoon. Enjoy a cyclo tour through the city to get acquainted with your first stop in Cambodia.
Drive to the border and cross into Cambodia. Continue on to the capital, Phnom Penh, and enjoy a cyclo ride through the city for a street-level perspective.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Pacific Hotel (or similar)

Transport:Local Bus Duration : 2.0 hr, Private Vehicle Duration : 3.0 hr

Included Activities:Border Crossing (Vietnam - Cambodia), Phnom Penh Cyclo Tour Duration : 0.75 hr - 1.0 hr

day 12 - Phnom Penh

Take a guided tour of Tuol Sleng Museum (S-21 Prison) and Choeung Ek (Killing Fields). Then enjoy a free afternoon to visit the Royal Palace, the National Museum or the Central Market.
Meet a local guide to learn more about the dark side of Cambodian history. Visit to Choeung Ek, the site of the infamous Killing Fields. After, visit Tuol Sleng Museum (S-21 Prison), the notorious Khmer Rouge prison where thousands of Cambodians perished.

Enjoy a free afternoon to sightsee. Opt to explore the city's many sights: the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda, and the National Museum. With time, choose to visit the Russian Market, Wat Phnom or sip a drink at a riverside café.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Pacific Hotel (or similar)

Included Activities:Choeung Ek (Killing Fields) Guided Tour, Tuol Sleng Museum (S-21 Prison) Guided Tour

Optional Activities:National Museum Open daily from 8:00 to 17:00. Guided tours can be arranged at the museum entrance. Tours are available in Khmer, English, French and Japanese and last one hour. Photography is not permitted within the museum galleries., Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda Visit , Russian Market Visit the Russian Market for a selection of souvenir stalls along with jewellers and fabric sellers., Wat Phnom Visit Visit Wat Phnom (Hill Temple) in late afternoon, a historic monument with lots of green space. Keep an eye on your food and belongings; cheeky monkeys like to get a hold of anything they can.

day 13 - Phnom Penh/Siem Reap

Drive from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap, the home base for exploring incredible Angkor Wat.
Opt to pre-book the "Phare Circus" activity on the checkout page ahead of time, to include this optional on your tour.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Grand Bayon Siem Reap Hotel (or similar)

Transport:Shared Van Duration : 6.0 hr Distance : 320 km

Optional Activities:Phare Circus Enjoy a stellar performance by Phare, a unique and socially conscious circus that injects Cambodian culture and history into its inspiring shows. See acrobatics, contortion, and aerial arts melded with theatre, modern dance, and more. Take in stories of war, relationships, and discrimination, inspired by the real-life experiences of Phare’s creators and performers.

day 14 - Siem Reap

Watch the sun rise over the massive Angkor temple complex with a guided tour. Opt to visit the Tonlé Sap floating village and the Angkor National Museum. Enjoy a traditional meal of Khmer food at a G Adventures for Good-supported project.
Spend two days exploring Angkor, the former capital of the Khmer kingdom and one of the wonders of the archaeological world. See some of the highlights of this ancient capital, like sunrise at the magnificent temple of Angkor Wat, the enigmatic Bayon within the walled city of Angkor Thom, and Ta Prohm, also known as the 'Tomb Raider' temple.

Enjoy a traditional meal to learn about Khmer food and meet some friendly locals. Alternating locations of our included local meal means we can support multiple small businesses and projects in the area. Each experience is truly unique and memorable.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Grand Bayon Siem Reap Hotel (or similar)

Included Activities:Angkor Wat Guided Tour, Local Khmer Meal

Optional Activities:Angkor Museum Visit , Tonle Sap Floating Village

day 15 - Siem Reap

Spend another Day exploring the temples of Angkor. In the afternoon, opt to going further afield in Siem Reap.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Grand Bayon Siem Reap Hotel (or similar)

Included Activity:Angkor Wat Guided Tour

Optional Activities:Tonle Sap Floating Village

day 16 - Siem Reap

Depart at any time.

Meal:Breakfast

Included Activities:Departure Day

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What's Included

Accommodation

Hotels (13 nts), sleeper train (1 nt), junk boat (1 nt).

Meals

14 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
Note: Allow USD170-225 for meals not included.

Transport

Private vehicle, Overnight junk boat, Overnight train, Plane, walking, tuk-tuk, cyclo, boat.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Included activities

Your G for Good Moment: Oodles of Noodles, Hoi AnYour G for Good Moment: Local Khmer Meal, Siem ReapYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Discover Moment: Hoi AnYour Discover Moment: Ho Chi Minh CityFree time to explore HanoiHalong Bay caves entranceHalong Bay boat cruise with seafood lunch and dinnerFree time in Hoi AnImperial Citadel and Tomb entrance (Huế)Free time in Ho Chi Minh CityCu Chi Tunnels entrance and tourFree time to see Phnom Penh on your termsCyclo tour (Phnom Penh)Tuol Sleng and Choeung Ek (Killing Fields) entrance and guideTwo-day Angkor Wat complex entry and guide, including sunrise tour (Siem Reap)Free time in Siem ReapInternal flight

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